Hashemite University

College of Engineering
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Course number:110406360-Course name: Introduction to
Biostatistics
(3 Credit Hours)1
Instructor Grading info Class Info
Name Dr. Salah Alzghoul 1st Exam 30 Days Sun Tus
(31/10/2019) Thr
Email: alzghoul@hu.edu.jo 2nd Exam 30 Time (9:00-
05/12/2019 10:00
E-2022/23 AM)
Homework, 0
Presentation
Office: 3046 Final 40 Location E2005
Office hours: TBA
Course

Course Number: 110406360

Prerequisite: 110406260

Textbook: Biostatistical Analysis 5th By Jerrold H. Zar

Course Description In this course we will explore the use of statistical methodology in
(as in the catalog): interpreting, analyzing, designing, and presenting observations and
experiments. This course covers probability, counting methods, descriptive
statistics, and elements of experimental design, hypothesis testing and
statistical inference, analysis of variance, correlation, regression
techniques.
Specific Outcomes of 1- Apply basic statistical concepts that used in biomedical field. (a, e)
Instruction (Course 2- Recognize and give examples of different types of data (a).
Outcomes): 3- Select the appropriate method to summarize the data (a,e)
4- Perform hypothesis test and t-test and explain a p-value (a,e)

Important material Lecture notes and material on Moodle

References:

1- Applied Statistics and Probability for Engineers, 6th Edition by Montgomery and Runger
Major Topics Covered and Schedule in Weeks:

Topic # Weeks # Contact hours

Data Types 1 3
Population and samples. 1 3
Measures of central tendency and variability. 1 3
Probabilities 2 6
Statistical distributions. 2 6
Confidence Intervals. 1 3
Hypothesis testing 3 9
Analysis of variance. 2 6
Simple linear regression and correlation 2 6
Total 15 45
Course Policy
1
Fall Semester (2017-2018)
- All course lectures are available online on HU's Moodle website along with additional materials.

- Attendance is mandatory. Absence for more than 2 weeks (15% of classes) results in disqualifica-
tion.

- All exams will be written exams:

- Final exam: Announced by registrar

# Outcome Description Contribution

General Engineering Student Outcomes
(a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and
H
engineering
(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze
and interpret data
(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet
desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic,
environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety,
manufacturability, and sustainability
(d) an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems H
(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
(g) an ability to communicate effectively
(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of
engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and
societal context
(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long
learning
(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues
(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering
tools necessary for engineering practice.
H=High, M= Medium, L=Low

Prepared by: Dr. Salah Alzghoul Date: Sep 1 st , 2019